Guilt-Free Chocolate Cream Pie

 8 servings

1/4 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
2 tablespoons vegetable oil
1/4 cup sugar
1/3 cup low-fat (1%) milk
4 ounces reduced-fat cream cheese, softened
1 container (12 ounces) frozen light whipped topping,
   thawed
One 9-inch reduced-fat graham cracker pie crust
  1. In a large bowl, combine the cocoa powder and oil. Add the sugar and milk; mix with a spoon until smooth.
     
  2. Add the cream cheese and beat with an electric mixer on medium speed until smooth. With a spoon, fold in the whipped topping until well blended.
     
  3. Pour into the pie crust, cover loosely, and freeze for at least 4 hours, or until firm.
     

FINISHING TOUCH: Fancy it up by tossing on some fresh raspberries or a dollop of low-fat whipped topping and a few chocolate sprinkles.

Nutritional Analysis  Per Serving: Calories 302 Total Fat 15g Saturated Fat 8g Cholesterol 10mg Sodium 170mg Carbohydrate 35g Dietary Fiber 1g Protein 3g

DID YOU KNOW…that including a little fat in your diet helps you feel full and stay satisfied longer?
 
Pasta Minus the Pounds
Pasta itself has almost no fat—but it’s those rich sauces often served with it that can make us put on the pounds. By eating smaller portions, and using healthier reduced-fat sauces and toppings, we don’t have to give up our favorite tastes!